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HRH Eze Bobby Aguocha Calls for Enhanced Synergy Between Government and Traditional Rulers

HRH Eze Bobby Aguocha Calls for Enhanced Synergy Between Government and Traditional Rulers

In a significant address after the meeting of Ohuhu Council of Traditional Rulers in his Agu-Uga Palace in Umuohuru Ancient Kingdom on 25th July, HRH Eze Bobby Aguocha, President of Royal Reniessnce "The Integrity Group" and Ezenaebiri, has Harped on the need for greater collaboration between the government and traditional rulers in Abia State. According to him, traditional rulers serve as vital links between the people at the grassroots and the government, making better cooperation essential for effective governance. HRH Eze Bobby Aguocha advocated for leniency in addressing matters involving traditional rulers, promoting a healthy and cooperative relationship. This approach,…
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APC Appoints Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda as New National Chairman

APC Appoints Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda as New National Chairman

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has named Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, as its new National Chairman. The appointment was confirmed during the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held on Thursday in Abuja. Yilwatda succeeds Abdullahi Ganduje, who resigned from the position last month due to health concerns. Following Ganduje’s resignation, Ali Bukar Dalori, the Deputy National Chairman (North), served as acting chairman. Party stakeholders had anticipated that the NEC would ratify Dalori’s acting role and set a timeline for an elective National Convention to select a permanent chairman. However, the NEC opted to appoint Yilwatda…
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Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed Slams PDP Members Joining ADC-Led Opposition Coalition

Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed Slams PDP Members Joining ADC-Led Opposition Coalition

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum, has issued a stern warning to party members aligning with the new opposition coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) platform, declaring that such dual allegiance will not be tolerated. Speaking at the PDP Stakeholders Conference in Abuja on Wednesday, Governor Mohammed condemned what he described as “indiscipline” within the party. “We cannot take indiscipline to a level where it becomes contagious. If you are in PDP, you are in PDP; you cannot be in the PDP and be in the coalition or another party,”…
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U.S. Govt. Issues Travel Advisory for Nigeria Due to Crime, Terrorism, Kidnapping Risks‎

U.S. Govt. Issues Travel Advisory for Nigeria Due to Crime, Terrorism, Kidnapping Risks‎

The United States government has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to reconsider travel to Nigeria because of widespread security threats and inadequate healthcare services. This advisory, released on July 15, 2025, highlights the risks associated with crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed gangs throughout the country. ‎Crime and kidnapping are significant concerns in Nigeria, with violent incidents such as armed robbery, assault, carjacking, kidnapping, and rape being common. Kidnappings for ransom frequently target dual nationals and U.S. citizens who are perceived as wealthy. Additionally, terrorist groups continue to plot and carry out attacks in Nigeria, often collaborating…
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“When Things Fall Apart: The End of Nigeria’s Failed Ideology”

“When Things Fall Apart: The End of Nigeria’s Failed Ideology”

By Amb Aliyu Bin Abbas In the annals of African history, Nigeria was once held up as a beacon of hope, a land of promise, and a testament to the possibility of unity in diversity. It was an ideology that fueled the dreams of many, both within and beyond its borders. But today, as we stand on the precipice of a shattered dream, it's become painfully clear that Nigeria, as an ideology, has crumbled. For years, the Nigerian state has proven itself to be little more than a fiction a grand illusion that promises prosperity but delivers despair. It's a…
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